Ireland's Garden Birds
Ireland's Garden Birds

Author: Oran O'Sullivan

Publisher: Gill & Macmillan Ltd

Published: 2017-03-01

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 1848896239

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An essential companion for bird lovers and gardeners alike since it was first published, this highly successful guide to identifying garden birds has now been fully updated with the latest information and statistics. Highlighting a range of plants and planting schemes that support wildlife, it provides expert advice on making your garden a haven for birds. Learn everything you need to know about all the birds you're most likely to see from your window, how to attract them into your garden and how to care for them. Each species is accessibly described, with details of identification, status and abundance, feeding habits, songs and call, and breeding season. The species guide has been updated to include the Great Spotted Woodpecker, which is now breeding regularly on the east coast and turning up in gardens. The species descriptions are enhanced by new photographs of the highest quality. Whether you are an avid gardener or just love feeding birds in your garden, this practical and easy-to-use guide is invaluable. Also available: 'Birds of Ireland – A Field Guide'

Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland
Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland

Author: Mark Golley

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2016-05-31

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1472917464

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Stunningly illustrated and simple to use, this is the updated edition of the popular Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland published in association with the Wildlife Trusts.

Pocket Guide to the Birds of Britain and North-West Europe
Pocket Guide to the Birds of Britain and North-West Europe

Author: Chris Kightley

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 9780300074550

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This invaluable book is the ultimate pocket guide to the birds of Britain and north-west Europe. Covering birds of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands, Britain, and Ireland, it describes 386 species, including all breeding species and all regular and scarce migrants. The definitive and accurate text highlights the key features that are required to make quick and safe identification. Almost every species is illustrated with a plate and all plumages regularly seen in the region are depicted. Similar species are compared to scale on double-page spreads as an aid to identification. Numerous maps are also included. Copublished with Pica Press

The Birds of Ireland
The Birds of Ireland

Author: Jim Wilson

Publisher: Gill & Macmillan Ltd

Published: 2013-09-04

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 1848898274

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An important tool of a birdwatcher is a good identification guide. Most cover the birds of Europe and few deal exclusively with Ireland. This first photographic identification guide to the birds of Ireland has over 1,600 photos of more than 260 species, in an easy, quick-reference format. With eight to fifteen images per species, the key identification features of each bird are shown, with concise descriptions and pointers to indicate important features. This guide is produced in association with BirdWatch Ireland, Ireland's leading bird-conservation organisation. The purchase of this guide contributes funds to BirdWatch Ireland's conservation and education initiatives to help protect and promote Ireland's wild birds and habitats. similar to: Ireland's Garden Birds by Jim Wilson and Oran O'Sullivan.

Collins BTO Guide to British Birds
Collins BTO Guide to British Birds

Author: Paul Sterry

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Published: 2015-04-27

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780007551521

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In a unique new collaboration, Collins have paired up with the respected British Trust for Ornithology, bringing together the most authoritative and up-to-date information in this new field guide to the common birds of Britain and Ireland.

Britain's Birds
Britain's Birds

Author: Rob Hume

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2020-07-14

Total Pages: 576

ISBN-13: 0691199795

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A new, improved and thoroughly updated edition of the bestselling photographic guide—the only one to cover every bird, in every plumage, ever recorded in Britain and Ireland A bestselling guide since it was first published, Britain's Birds has quickly established itself as the go-to photographic identification guide to the birds of Great Britain and Ireland—the most comprehensive, up-to-date, practical and user-friendly book of its kind. Acclaimed by birdwatchers of all kinds, from the beginner to the most experienced, the guide has now been thoroughly revised and updated to make it even better than before. Combining the finest of identification guide content and presentation, this eagerly awaited second edition preserves the best of the first edition while covering twelve newly recorded species and offering a host of improvements that make identification easier. Provides comprehensive coverage of all the birds ever recorded in Britain and Ireland Describes and illustrates all plumages likely to be encountered Features more than 3,200 stunning photographs carefully selected to show the birds as you really see them Outlines simple steps to help you identify any bird you see Presents simple and accurate comparisons of similar and difficult species New features include: Coverage of 12 new species recorded since the first edition plus revisions to reflect the latest taxonomy Coverage of all subspecies Improved identification aids, including more than 400 new photos, enhanced photo annotations and many redesigned plates Fully revised species accounts, including the latest information on identification features, status, numbers, geographical range and date ranges for all plumages that may be seen during only part of the year

Europe's Birds
Europe's Birds

Author: Rob Hume

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2021-12-07

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13: 0691177651

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Covering more than 900 species, and illustrated with 4,700 photographs, Europe's Birds is the most comprehensive, authoritative and ambitious single-volume photographic guide to Europe's birds ever produced. Easy-to-use, practical and accessible, this guide provides the information necessary for birdwatchers of all abilities to name any bird they see. Detailed descriptions cover the birds in all their plumages--male, female, breeding, non-breeding, adult and immatures, as well as distinctive subspecies. The clear text covers all aspects of identification, including moult and vocalizations, and provides details on range, status and habitat. An unrivalled selection of photographs, chosen to be as informative as possible, makes this a beautiful book to enjoy, as well as an up-to-date and essential source of identification knowledge. Europe's Birds is produced by the same team that created Britain's Birds, which has been described as "without doubt the best photo guide on the market" (Andy Stoddart, Rare Bird Alert). The authors include top-class wildlife photographers, writers and editors, and an imaginative, highly skilled designer. All are experienced birdwatchers themselves, who know what is needed in an identification guide for birdwatchers living or travelling in Europe.

Tracks and Signs of the Animals and Birds of Britain and Europe
Tracks and Signs of the Animals and Birds of Britain and Europe

Author: Lars-Henrik Olsen

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2013-08-25

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 0691157537

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An indispensable color-illustrated field guide to the tracks and signs of Europe's animals and birds This beautifully illustrated field guide enables you to easily identify the tracks and signs left by a wide variety of mammal and bird species found in Britain and Europe, covering behaviors ranging from hunting, foraging, and feeding to courtship, breeding, and nesting. Introductory chapters offer detailed drawings of footprints and tracks of large and small mammals, which are followed by sections on mammal scat, bird droppings, and the feeding signs of animals on food sources such as nuts, cones, and rose hips. The book then describes specific mammal species, providing information on size, distribution, behavior, habitat, and similar species, as well as more specific detail on tracks and scat. Distribution maps are also included. This indispensable field guide covers 175 species of mammals and birds, and features a wealth of stunning color photos and artwork throughout. Helps you easily identify the tracks and signs of a variety of mammals and birds Covers 175 species Illustrated throughout with photos, drawings, and artwork Includes informative descriptions of mammal species along with distribution maps

Hamlyn Guide Birds of Britain and Europe
Hamlyn Guide Birds of Britain and Europe

Author: Bertel Brunn

Publisher: Bounty Books

Published: 2013-06-28

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780753725276

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An easy-to-use rapid identification guide to 530 birds including all the resident and regular migrant birds in the geographical continent of Europe. The region covered extends from Iceland, Ireland and Britain in the West to the Ural Mountains, Black Sea and Western Turkey. A highly practical field guide, the book comes in a convenient pocket-sized format, and is organized for maximum ease of use. Rights: UK & General Export

Collins Bird Guide
Collins Bird Guide

Author: Lars Svensson

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 399

ISBN-13: 9780007100828

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With expanded text and even larger colour illustrations, this guide covers every species and every plumage you will see, with detailed information on identification, habitat and voice.